2006 BMW 330 vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 330 (301 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 330 | Panda |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1251 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
